Sunshine, Skin Cancer, and Vitamin D
I’ve heard alot lately about how Vitamin D helps protect us from heart disease and other health problems and that spending time in the sun helps our body produce Vitamin D. I also know that exposure to UV radiation from sunlight (or tanning beds) is the number one risk factor for developing skin cancer.[1] We all love the sunshine. It helps plants grow, lifts our spirits, warms the planet and literally keeps
Summer Is Here! Drink Water.
How much water should you drink each day? The answer is 1-2 liters for the average adult. If you aren't familiar with metric measurements, substitute quarts for liters and you'll come close to the same amount. The human body is well equipped to regulate its fluid balance. Many systems contribute to this balance. In healthy adults and children the urinary system does the majority of the work by preserving fluid or producing
Stress Management * Three Simple Steps
We all experience stress. It's an unavoidable part of life. Some stress is positive – like when we’re preparing for a party. Other stress is negative – such as dealing with loss of employment, natural disaster or debilitating illness. The normal human response to stressful events is emotional or physical tension. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) lists the following as common reactions to a stressful event. Disbelief and shock Tension and